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Hida Takayama is dotted with various spots that give a sense of the Japanese aesthetic and lifestyle that has been cultivated there, as well as culture including traditional crafts and abundant nature.

SIGHTSEEING

For a trip to experience nature

SIGHTSEEING

For a trip to experience nature

[World Heritage Site] Shirakawa-go

50 minutes by car, about 480000m

This Gassho-style village, a World Heritage Site, offers a harmonious blend of beautiful seasonal scenery, traditional architecture, and nature, allowing you to experience history and culture.

Takayama Old Town

7 minutes on foot, about 750m

Takayama's old townscape is the most popular tourist spot in the region. Lined with a variety of shops, you can enjoy a nostalgic Japanese atmosphere.

Hida Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market

10 minutes on foot, about 900m

If you wake up a little early, why not take a stroll through the morning market, bustling with locals, where you'll find everything from local produce to crafts.

Hida Village

6 minutes by car, about 2000m

This open-air museum displays buildings and structures representative of the Hida region, including photogenic Gassho-style houses.

Hida Great Limestone Cave

30 minutes by car, about 19000m

This large-scale limestone cave was created by nature over the past 250 million years. It is approximately 800m long and located at an altitude of 900m.

[World Heritage Site] Shirakawa-go

50 minutes by car, about 480000m

This Gassho-style village, a World Heritage Site, offers a harmonious blend of beautiful seasonal scenery, traditional architecture, and nature, allowing you to experience history and culture.

Takayama Old Town

7 minutes on foot, about 750m

Takayama's old townscape is the most popular tourist spot in the region. Lined with a variety of shops, you can enjoy a nostalgic Japanese atmosphere.

Hida Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market

10 minutes on foot, about 900m

If you wake up a little early, why not take a stroll through the morning market, bustling with locals, where you'll find everything from local produce to crafts.

Hida Village

6 minutes by car, about 2000m

This open-air museum displays buildings and structures representative of the Hida region, including photogenic Gassho-style houses.

Hida Great Limestone Cave

30 minutes by car, about 19000m

This large-scale limestone cave was created by nature over the past 250 million years. It is approximately 800m long and located at an altitude of 900m.

EXPERIENCES

Into Takayama's most memorable encounters.

EXPERIENCES

Into Takayama's most memorable encounters.

From vibrant festivals to exclusive experiences, Hida Takayama is a fantastic destination for the more active traveler too.

January
Shirakawa-go winter illuminations

The Shirakawa-go winter illuminations, lit up in a fantastic snowy landscape, are a spectacular event that will warm your heart.
January 12th (Monday/holiday), January 18th (Sunday), January 25th (Sunday), February 1st (Sunday)
*Reservations required

February
Nakabashi Bridge illuminations in winter

The illuminated Nakabashi Bridge stands out against the snowy landscape. The fantastic lights and the bridge reflected on the river create a warm and beautiful night view in Takayama in winter.

April
Spring Takayama Festival (Sanno Festival)

The Takayama Spring Festival is one of Japan's three most beautiful festivals, with gorgeous floats decorating the town. Traditional performing arts echo through the old townscape amidst blooming cherry blossoms.

June
Hida Takayama Ultra Marathon

The Hida Takayama Ultra Marathon runs through the Hida Road, overlooking the majestic Northern Alps. It is a grueling yet beautiful challenge that will warm your heart with its nature and history.

August
Hida Takayama Hand-Held Fireworks

The spectacular Hida Takayama Tezutsu Fireworks illuminate the night sky with pillars of fire, captivating audiences as a traditional, heroic event.

september
Hida Furukawa Fox Fire Festival

The Hida Furukawa Fox Fire Festival recreates the fox wedding ceremony, enveloping the town in a fantastical scene lit up on autumn nights.

October
Autumn Takayama Festival (Hachiman Festival)

The Takayama Autumn Festival is a spectacular display of gorgeous floats in the ancient capital. Traditional performing arts and the dynamic parade of floats add a touch of color to Hida's autumn scenery.

november
Hida Village Autumn Leaves Illumination

The Hida Village Autumn Leaves Illumination Festival fantastically illuminates the Gassho-zukuri houses enveloped in autumn leaves.
Saturday, October 12th to Sunday, November 10th, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays only during the period (12 sessions in total) 17:30-20:30